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A fearless journey into the heart of untamed Africa rediscovered and reborn for a new generation. In The Tail of the Peacock, Isabel Savory s incandescent travel memoir captures the thrill and hazards of a nineteenth-century voyage across remote landscapes, vivid with African wildlife, cultural encounters, and the raw beauty of a journey through Africa. Equal parts historical travelogue and exploration narrative, Savory s account blends lyrical observation with practical detail: encounters with local communities, perilous river crossings, colonial-era curiosities, and the surprising intimacy of life on the road in 19th-century Africa. This is more than Victorian travel writing; it is a human portrait of a British explorer s curiosity tempered by compassion, curiosity that refuses easy stereotypes. Its pages reveal both the era s worldview and moments of unexpected empathy, making it essential reading for lovers of travel experiences, African adventure, and cultural history. Long out of print and nearly forgotten, this Isabel Savory book has been meticulously restored and is republished by Alpha Editions. Carefully edited and revived for today s readers and tomorrow s collectors, this edition is not just a reprint it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure, preserving a rare voice in historical travelogue literature. Perfect for casual readers, classic literature collectors, and anyone drawn to exploration narratives and the enduring mystery of 19th-century Africa.
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Condition: new. A fearless journey into the heart of untamed Africa rediscovered and reborn for a new generation. In The Tail of the Peacock, Isabel Savory s incandescent travel memoir captures the thrill and hazards of a nineteenth-century voyage across remote landscapes, vivid with African wildlife, cultural encounters, and the raw beauty of a journey through Africa. Equal parts historical travelogue and exploration narrative, Savory s account blends lyrical observation with practical detail: encounters with local communities, perilous river crossings, colonial-era curiosities, and the surprising intimacy of life on the road in 19th-century Africa. This is more than Victorian travel writing; it is a human portrait of a British explorer s curiosity tempered by compassion, curiosity that refuses easy stereotypes. Its pages reveal both the era s worldview and moments of unexpected empathy, making it essential reading for lovers of travel experiences, African adventure, and cultural history. Long out of print and nearly forgotten, this Isabel Savory book has been meticulously restored and is republished by Alpha Editions. Carefully edited and revived for today s readers and tomorrow s collectors, this edition is not just a reprint it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure, preserving a rare voice in historical travelogue literature. Perfect for casual readers, classic literature collectors, and anyone drawn to exploration narratives and the enduring mystery of 19th-century Africa. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9789371779708
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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - A fearless journey into the heart of untamed Africa rediscovered and reborn for a new generation. In The Tail of the Peacock, Isabel Savory s incandescent travel memoir captures the thrill and hazards of a nineteenth-century voyage across remote landscapes, vivid with African wildlife, cultural encounters, and the raw beauty of a journey through Africa. Equal parts historical travelogue and exploration narrative, Savory s account blends lyrical observation with practical detail: encounters with local communities, perilous river crossings, colonial-era curiosities, and the surprising intimacy of life on the road in 19th-century Africa. This is more than Victorian travel writing; it is a human portrait of a British explorer s curiosity tempered by compassion, curiosity that refuses easy stereotypes. Its pages reveal both the era s worldview and moments of unexpected empathy, making it essential reading for lovers of travel experiences, African adventure, and cultural history. Long out of print and nearly forgotten, this Isabel Savory book has been meticulously restored and is republished by Alpha Editions. Carefully edited and revived for today s readers and tomorrow s collectors, this edition is not just a reprint it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure, preserving a rare voice in historical travelogue literature. Perfect for casual readers, classic literature collectors, and anyone drawn to exploration narratives and the enduring mystery of 19th-century Africa. Seller Inventory # 9789371779708
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